Kick Off: City run 10-goal riot; Nigeria to AFCON semi-final facing Morocco

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Top Headlines

Man City 10-1 Exeter City: Hosts run riot as Semenyo scores & assists on debut

Antoine Semenyo got a goal and an assist as Manchester City ruthlessly brushed aside League One Exeter City 10-1 in the FA Cup third round.

Algeria 0-2 Nigeria: Osimhen & Akor's goals send Super Eagles into semi-finals

Victor Osimhen and Akor Adams were on target as Nigeria booked their place in the semi-finals of the Africa Cup of Nations with a deserved 2-0 victory over Algeria.

Match Reports

Egypt 3-2 Ivory Coast: Marmoush & Salah book semi-final spot for Pharaohs

Mohamed Salah's goal was enough to help Egypt hold onto a dramatic 3-2 win over Africa Cup of Nations holders Ivory Coast and reach the semi-finals.

Charlton 1-5 Chelsea: Rosenior enjoys a winning start as Blues into next round

Liam Rosenior began his reign as Chelsea head coach by overseeing a dominant display that saw off Championship side Charlton in the FA Cup third round.

Tottenham 1-2 Aston Villa: Buendia and Rogers score to eliminate Spurs

Aston Villa held on for a 2-1 win against a resurgent second-half comeback attempt from Tottenham to book their place in the FA Cup fourth round.

Newcastle 3-3 Bournemouth (7-6 on pens): Ramsdale shines in penalty shootout

Aaron Ramsdale saved three penalties in a dramatic shootout as Newcastle United defeated Bournemouth to reach the FA Cup fourth round.

These Things Happen

Customary! Flick and Alonso take photos in front of the Spanish Super Cup trophy

Before the 2026 Spanish Super Cup final, as part of the tradition, Barcelona coach Hansi Flick and Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso posed for a photo in front of the trophy.

After signing of Semenyo, Guardiola's total spending at Man City over €2 billion

On January 9th, Manchester City officially announced the signing of Antoine Semenyo. According to Transfermarkt, since Guardiola became Manchester City's manager, the club has spent over €2 billion.

Semenyo took out a full-page newspaper ad to thank fans: I wish you all the best

On January 10 local time, Antoine Semenyo, who has transferred to Manchester City, published a full-page advertisement in the Bournemouth Echo to thank the Bournemouth fans.

Non-league team eliminate defending champion Crystal Palace in FA Cup

In today's FA Cup third round match, English sixth-tier team Macclesfield defeated Crystal Palace 2-1 at home to advance.

Kai Rooney banned from wearing his own boots by Manchester United

Kai Rooney has been banned from wearing his own boots for Manchester United's youth team - and his father Wayne approves of the rule.

OFFICIAL: Man Utd's Sesko voted Player of the Matchweek

On 9 January, the Premier League officially announced that Manchester United striker Benjamin Sesko has been voted the Premier League Player of the Matchweek for Matchweek 21.

Why Marc Guehi's FA Cup hopes are still alive thanks to surprise rule change

Marc Guehi's FA Cup dreams are still alive thanks to a surprise rule change - despite Crystal Palace crashing out 2-1 to Macclesfield in the biggest shock in the competition's history.

Real Madrid and Barcelona, enemies like never before

A year later, Real Madrid and Barcelona face each other once again in the Spanish Super Cup final – the same competition that ended in a heavy Barcelona win and left Carlo Ancelotti hanging by a thread. 

Man United legend hits out at Jason Wilcox over Ruben Amorim exit

Peter Schmeichel has hit out at Man United director of football Jason Wilcox's 'ego' may have set the club back after the sacking of head coach Ruben Amorim.

Kompany defends Bayern youngster Karl after Real Madrid comments

Vincent Kompany has come to the defence of Bayern Munich youngster Lennart Karl after he was criticised for comments regarding a potential future move to Real Madrid.

Man City scouting Roma wing-back Wesley

The Brazil international only arrived at Roma in the summer from Flamengo.

Tottenham close in on Brazilian star, West Ham target reinforcements at the back

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The transfer window is open and here are today's latest developments from Daily Mail Sport.

Arsenal, AC Milan eyeing Borussia Dortmund prospect Ritter

Sky Deutschland says Arsenal and AC Milan have taken notice of the 17-year-old.

What They Say

Fletcher: Players eliminated from the AFCON will be unavailable on Sunday

In the third round of the FA Cup, Manchester United will host Brighton. Ahead of the match, Manchester United caretaker manager Fletcher gave an interview to the club's official website.

Fixtures of the day

Serie A

Fiorentina VS Milan 2026/01/11 14:00 UTC

Internazionale VS Napoli 2026/01/11 19:45 UTC

FA Cup

Portsmouth VS Arsenal  2026/01/11 14:00 UTC

Manchester United VS Brighton & Hove Albion 2026/01/11 16:30 UTC

Spanish Super Cup

Barcelona VS Real Madrid 2026/01/11 19:00 UTC

Bundesliga

Bayern Munich VS Wolfsburg 2026/01/11 16:30 UTC